Muzaffarnagar (UP), Feb. 12 -- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday while interacting with the beneficiaries of various government schemes said that over 99 percent of last year's sugarcane price has been paid to the farmers.
Addressing a meeting after inaugurating the 'Gram Parikrama Yatra' from Shuktirth Bangar, the CM said, "Out of the 119 sugar mills operational in the state, 105 are settling payments to sugarcane farmers within 10 days. We are exerting pressure on the remaining mills. The double-engine government is steadfast in ensuring that hardworking 'Annadata' farmers receive their dues promptly."
Reflecting on the state's progress, he contrasted the current stability with past turmoil, noting, "During previous...